STOPO is a new generation water-repellent saturator, entirely formulated in aqueous phase, free of organic solvents and developed for the treatment of teak and exotic woods.
Colorless water repellent which significantly reduces the swelling of wood and its suitability to absorb water.
With a pronounced pearling effect, can be used both outdoors and indoors.
Does not interfere with subsequent application of solvent-based or water-based varnish or paint. Complies with ASTM D 446.
Delivered ready to use, can be applied with a brush or spray on the surface to be treated.
STOPO must be applied to perfectly cleaned and dry teak.
A water-repellent start is observed 30 minutes after application. The water-repellent effect is maximum after 48 hours depending on climatic conditions
Boiling point > 100°C
Appearance: milky white liquid
Odor: slightly ammoniacal
Viscosity at 25°C, mPa.s: 10
Apply with a brush or deck broom. Better protection can be obtained by applying several layers. A drying period of 30 minutes must be respected between each consecutive coat. The gain in protection is not very significant beyond 2 layers.
Consumption for a single layer is one liter per 15 m2.
Note: STOPO separates into two layers after a while. It is therefore always advisable to shake the bottle before use. Sometimes a white layer may appear. This phenomenon comes when STOPO is applied:
at a temperature < 10°C
on wet wood
on plywood
on wood with a humidity level > 25% (compared to atmospheric level).